Perro Majorero

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Perro Majorero
OriginCanary Islands (Spain)
Kennel club standards
RSCFRCE standard
NotesRecognised in Spanish legislation
domestic dog
)

The Perro Majorero (

cattle dog and guard dog
.

History

The word Mahorero (Majorero) is a

Tuineje, the first monographic of the breed was held in Gran Tarajal, bringing together farmers, experts, and judges. It was the beginning of the process for recognition of the breed by the Real Sociedad Canina de España. The effort was led by the Protective Society in Fuerteventura
. On 14 April 1994 the Real Sociedad Canina de España recognized the Perro Majorero as a native canine breed.

The breed experienced a steep decline, nearing

selection
and improvement. One project has been to market puppies amongst its members and between farmers.

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